The ESXi 6.0 driver package, also compatible with ESXi 6.5, includes version 1.7.11 of the Intel native i40en driver. It supports the products based on the Intel X710, XL710, XXV710, and X722 Ethernet Controllers. For detailed information and ESX hardware compatibility, please check the Hardware Compatibility Guide. http://www.vmware.com/resources/compatibility/search.php